Ann,
Please don't worry. No offense taken, though I was really touched by your sensitivity. blush
At this point, I don't see myself writing nfic; I'm just not that comfortable with it at this point. Imagine Churchlady or Mary Catherine Gallagher writing a fanfic, and that's pretty much me in a nutshell, well kinda. laugh I had to check and recheck that last scene with Labrat before I felt comfortable posting. I was terrified I took it too far {not that it hasn't been taken a heck of a lot farther than that!), but I was really wanting to keep it regular fanfic while being true to the characters. However, that does not mean lovemaking is out of the question for a story. It does probably affect the way I would write it. I honestly have no idea how I will write a scene until I sit down and do it. And I am just thankful anyone is wanting to read what comes out. I was very thankful for your honesty.
This is definitely a learning experience for me, and I am grateful for all the wonderful feedback.

Thanks,
Marcy


(Elrond's blessing at the departure of the company from Rivendell)

"Farewell, and may the blessing of Elves and Men and all Free Folk go with you.
May the stars shine upon your faces!"
-Lord of the Rings, J.R.R. Tolkien